Invensys Rail North America - SafetranSafetran has been a leading US Railroad Supplier and Manufacturer since the 1920s.

Safetran Systems is a full range supplier of switch machines, railroad wayside signal systems, rail transit signaling and rail-highway grade crossing active warning systems.

Products include electro-mechanical signal devices, the electrical/electronic control systems, which activate them and the communications systems as well as complete signal system design and construction.

The company is a worldwide leader in grade crossing technology and warning systems including state-of-the-art constant warning time controls, efficient and effective flashing light and gate warning devices, housings and all associated hardware.

Quality materials and workmanship is a tradition with Safetran, which dates back to 1920 when Safetran's predecessors first began to build a reputation for high-quality and excellence of service.

Today, Safetran maintains a network of manufacturing divisions along with the industry's strongest and most diversified sales and service support teams to reflect that dedication to quality and performance, which began over 85 years ago.Safetran is the North America member of the Invensys Rail Group, Invensys plc., with sister companies located in the United Kingdom, Spain, and Australia.

Invensys, plc and the Invensys Rail Group are headquartered in London, UK. Safetran is headquartered in Louisville, KY. We have multiple opportunities available for an Engineering Technician II.Locations - Louisville, KY; Rochester, NYENGINEERING TECHNICIAN IIBASIC FUNCTIONThe Engineering Technician II supports engineers and a project as it progresses from design phase to installation including design, detail, CAD, establishing and maintaining CAD standards, generating material lists, tags, and testing the functionality of the signal system.

This position is involved with troubleshooting issues during factory and field testing and during cutover.

ORGANIZATIONAL RELATIONSHIPSReports to: Engineering Manager Supervises: This position does not have any supervisory responsibilities.

SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES"*" denotes an essential function of the jobA.

*Creates CAD drawingsB *Conducts all aspects of factory testingC *Generates tags from circuitsD *Provides detailing of circuitsE *Checks tag listsF *Answers questions concerning circuits from wiring personnelG *Troubleshoots problems in electrical circuitsH *Detail checkingI *Follows ISO/Engineering procedures are followed for CAD and Design ControlJ Follows test procedures and documents resultsK Performs factory and field testingL Establishes and maintains CAD standardsM.

Assists engineers with circuit designN Creates and adjust Bill of MaterialO Builds test simulatorsP Site specific manualsQ Adjusts and tests AF and AC track circuits, crossing gates, switch machines and train stop machinesR Assists and provides input for labor estimates and schedulesS Draws or corrects CADD files of signal circuitsT Details tie-in circuits for existing locationsU Attends Company and industry-related meetings, as requiredV Establishes individual goals which are aligned with the Company's business strategies and objectives.

W.

Functions as a contributing member of the department's team and other teams, as assignedX Assists the department in the accomplishment of the team's goalsY Performs other duties as assigned.

STANDARDS OF PERFORMANCEA.

Informative and professional assistance when working with the public/customers and co-workersB Accurate and timely completion of projects and/or reportsC Excellent oral and written communicative skillsD Excellent time management and organizational skillsE Interpersonal relationships which encourage openness, candor and trust, both internally and outside of SafetranF Successful performance of assigned duties with minimal supervisionG Successful performance of assigned duties with frequent interruptions and occasional time pressuresH Successful performance of assigned duties within a team environmentI Maintenance of Company information in a confidential manner.

MENTAL AND PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSA.

Ability to maintain considerable levels of visual attention and mental concentration for significant periods of timeB Ability to solve minor issues and use established procedures to adapt changing conditionsC Ability to sit for extended periods of timeD Ability to manipulate necessary office equipment and computer softwareE Ability to occasionally lift 2 to 15 pounds from floor to above shouldersF Ability to frequently stand for 1-hour intervals on concrete, metal house floor, rail ties, ballastG Ability to frequently reach 2 feet above shoulders, forward and lateralH Ability to occasionally kneel and squat for 5 to 10 minute intervalsI Ability to occasionally grip, torque or recline for 5 to 10 minute intervals.

WORKING ENVIRONMENT AND CONDITIONSA.

This position requires working in both the internal and external environment.

Activities occur inside and outside where the position will be subject to changes in temperatureB This position will be exposed to physical hazards and equipment where special training and safety considerations are requiredC This position has occasional exposure to noise, vibration, moving equipment, and various environmental conditions such as slippery railroad ties, catwalks or ballastsD This position requires working nights, weekends or non-regular hours to meet deadlinesE This position requires frequent travel.

BASCIS EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE AND TRAINING REQUIREMENTSA.

Two year certificate (college or technical school) electrical related.

B.

CAD training and knowledge of CAD drawingsC Electrical, circuits and wiring knowledge or experienceD One year or more experience in a factory or field environment using electrical tools, measurements and wiring circuitsE Familiarity with Transit and Safetran parts.

TECHNICAL ABILITIESA.

Ability to test and adjust AF track circuitsB Ability to set up chargersC Ability to conduct testing in the factory or field.

EQUIPMENT AND TOOLSA.

General office equipment including, but not limited to:
Telephone
Fax machine
Copy machine B.

Computer, peripherals and the Microsoft Office softwareC Industry related equipment including, but not limited to:
Meters
Function generator
Oscilloscope
Hand tools
Tag printers D.

Computer software including, but not limited to:
CAD Invensys is an equal opportunity employer.

Local candidates preferred.

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